Your Story, Professionally
Written, Published,
and Marketed.

Hawthorne Publishers is the trusted ghostwriting and publishing house behind hundreds of bestselling authors.

  • Expert ghostwriters for top CEOs and authors.
  • Full publishing on major platforms.
  • Award-winning design for all book formats.
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500+ books published 4.9 ★★★★★ across 200+ reviews

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Benefits of Professional Ghostwriting
Solutions That You Didn't Know

Welcome to the Elite Book Publishers, where we champion the works of talented authors across all genres.

It's Confidential

The perks of a ghostwriter are that you get the credit. Our services are completely anonymous and we don't disclose your identity to anyone.

Saves Times

Every one wants to write a book, but who has the time? We're not just pro writers, we know how to meet deadlines and deliver as promised.

Well-researched Books

A book that has been researched well is bound to be a best-seller and awards you credibility and authenticity in your industry.

We Know Obscure Genres

Whether you need a business book or a personal memoir, our writers are cut out for the task. Need to discuss it? Let's talk!

Professional Writers

Our team comprises of bookworms and literature-nerds but they're also professionally trained as writers.

0% Plagiarism Policy

We ensure that your book's contents are unique, custom written, and 100% plagiarism free so you can proceed without a worry.

One Place for Drafts, Edits and Solutions

From strategy to final distribution, our services are designed to refine your manuscript, strengthen its market position, and deliver a publishing experience that meets professional standards.

Ghost Writing
Ghost Writing

Your ideas are developed into a complete manuscript with structure, clarity, and a voice that reflects your vision from start to finish.

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Publishing
Publishing

A structured publishing process that prepares your book for release, ensuring it meets professional standards and reaches a wider audience.

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Editing & Formatting
Editing & Formatting

Detailed editing and clean formatting that enhance readability, improve flow, and present your content in a polished, professional way.

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Design & Illustration
Design & Illustration

Custom visuals and layouts designed to strengthen your book's identity while making a lasting impression on your target audience.

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Book Marketing
Book Marketing

Strategic marketing approaches that position your book effectively, helping it gain visibility and connect with the right readers.

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Book Coaching
Book Coaching

Expert guidance throughout your journey, helping you make informed decisions and move forward with clarity and confidence.

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A Better Way to Publish Your Book Starts Here

Work with a team that refines, positions, and prepares your book for a professional release built to reach the right audience.

Talk to Expert : +1-646-547-1412

Our Streamlined Book Publishing Process

Amazon Publish Masters uses a proven, six-step publishing process refined over years of experience designed to be clear, efficient, and stress-free from start to finish. Here's exactly how we turn your idea into a published book.

01

Discovery

30-minute call to scope vision, audience, and outcomes.

30 min

02

Strategy

Editorial brief, niche positioning, success metric.

1 week

03

Outline

Chapter-by-chapter blueprint signed off before drafting.

1–2 weeks

04

Drafting

Ghostwriter or editor works with weekly check-ins.

8–14 weeks

05

Edit & Design

Line edit, proofread, cover, interior, audiobook.

4–6 weeks

06

Launch

KDP + IngramSpark live, ads on, PR moving.

Ongoing

Elena Hawthorne

A note from our founder

Why we made the
milestone-refund standard.

"I started Hawthorne after watching a friend pay a freelance ghostwriter $40,000 for a draft she couldn't use. The voice was wrong. The chapters were padded. The contract said the writer kept 30% of audiobook royalties forever.

That's not a publishing house. That's a trap.

So we built the firm around three rules. Senior writers only. You own everything. Money-back at chapter 1 — no exceptions. Eight years and 250 books later, those three rules still close the deal."

Elena Hawthorne
Elena Hawthorne
Founder & Editorial Director, Hawthorne Publishers

Book Best Sellers Our Books

We guide you from manuscript to published book, ensuring your work reaches its intended audience.
Partner with a top book publishing company to make your dream a reality.

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A creative hub for over 2 million authors

Countless authors have used Reedsy to bring their books to life. See what they have to say.

Laura was absolutely amazing. She was a true professional, patient, polite and kind. All her revisions made sense and she would always leave a comment to clarify a change or propose a solution, all while preserving my voice. We had multiple rounds of editing so that I also had an opportunity to implement some suggestions,clarify some moments, that were not clear, and deal with some overused words, as well as accept/reject the changes. I felt safe, calm and in good hands through the whole pr...

Erin is a fantastic editor. She got the book back to me very quickly with a full markup, an editorial report, and an in-depth guide on what the traditional publishing process would look like for that genre. Because of her previous experience, she's uniquely positioned to teach you not just how to edit your book, but also how to sell it. She's also extremely supportive, offering a call after the fact to help you get to grips with her edits. She doesn't just hand the book back and vanish. In m...

Brittany did an excellent job editing my manuscript. The line edits were exactly what I was looking for. What sets her apart are her suggestions. She provided valuable advice on how I can improve the mechanics of my writing. And she understands where I am as a story teller and offered concrete suggestions on how I can improve. She did not overwhelm me with advice and let sections of my manuscript breath. Her edits and feedback are well worth her rate. I would not hesitate to recommend her. I'...

I came to Ben afraid I might be making some terrible mistake on my query letter that would preclude me from ever being published. His feedback reassured me, pointing out the things I was doing right, while also kindly showing me all the ways in which I could elevate the impact of my

Working with Vicki on the cover design of my book was an excellent experience. From the very beginning, she demonstrated a high level of professionalism and a deep understanding of graphic design. She quickly grasped the atmosphere I wanted to convey...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Working with Clelia was a true gift. From the very beginning, Clelia approached my manuscript with care, intuition, and a deep sense of presence. She didn't just edit words—she listened to the soul of the story...

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Senior people only. Real names. Real bios.

A few of the writers, editors, and designers you'll meet. Filter by role and niche on the team page.

Elena Hawthorne
Elena Hawthorne
Founder & Editorial Director

Former senior editor at Penguin Random House. Founded Hawthorne in 2018.

EDITORIALSTRATEGY
Greg Adams
Greg Adams
Senior Memoir Writer

12 published memoirs, NYT-reviewed. Grief, recovery, and family-legacy specialist.

MEMOIRFAMILY LEGACY
Veronica Travis
Veronica Travis
Business & Tech Lead

Ex-McKinsey, 8 founder books, 2x WSJ bestseller. Frameworks & thought-leadership.

BUSINESSFRAMEWORKS
Martin Anderson
Martin Anderson
Fiction Specialist

22 traditionally published novels. 4x USA Today bestseller in romance and thriller.

FICTIONSERIES
Steve Gilbert
Steve Gilbert
Self-Help & How-To

15 non-fiction titles, 2.5M copies sold. Penguin Random House alumnus.

Self-HelpHow-To
Mikhail D'souza
Mikhail D'souza
Lead Designer

Award-winning cover designer. AIGA recognized. 80+ traditionally-published covers since 2014.

CoverInterior
Sean Cage
Sean Cage
Audiobook Director

15 yrs in audiobook production. ACX-trained narrator and engineer. Heads our LA studio.

AudiobookNarration
Dwyane Lucas
Dwyane Lucas
Launch & Marketing

Ex-Amazon Ads. Has launched 60+ books to Amazon Top-100 in their category.

LaunchADS

Your one-stop solution offering ghostwriting, editing, and publishing services

You might have an idea but you don't know where to begin from? Be one step closer to starting your book.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get the comprehensive tools you need to run and grow your business with confidence.

Blurb offers various book formats for creators, including photo books, trade books, and magazines. Each format provides unique features tailored for certain types of content.
  • Photo Books: Perfect for fine art books, cookbooks, travel books, and portfolios, available in six sizes.
  • Trade Books: Suits novels and poetry books. Printed with a free ISBN for broader distribution.
  • Magazines: One standard size on premium paper, suited for serial content and catalogs.

Choose your format, use our design tools or upload a PDF, customize your cover and interior, then order your print run or publish digitally.

Complete our intake form, work with a dedicated project manager, finalize your manuscript, and we distribute to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, and all major ebook platforms.

Our ghostwriting packages begin at $5,000, editing from $800, and full publishing packages from $2,500. Book a free consultation for a personalised quote.

Ghostwritten manuscripts typically take 12–20 weeks. Print production and distribution takes an additional 4–8 weeks depending on format and quantity.

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